Minister O’Brien states important new Economic and Social Plan to Sligo
Minister of State Joe O’Brien says the new Economic and Community plan for Sligo will play a key role in the development of the county. The County Sligo Local Economic and Community Plan was launched within the last hour. The project, known as Sligo 2030 – One Voice…
Councils criticised for lack of warning signs after deaths of dogs at Lough Melvin
Leitrim and Fermanagh Councils have been criticised for not putting necessary warning signs in place following the deaths of four dogs after entering the water at Lough Melvin. It’s believed the animals died after coming into contact with toxic algae – Cllr Justin Warnock says more awareness is needed
Council official says new Leitrim Business Campus will benefit the entire North West region
A leading Leitrim County Council official says the €3 million investment is planned to re-develop a business campus for the north-west at the former MBNA offices in Carrick-On-Shannon will provide a significant boost for the North West Region. Leitrim County Council’s Carrick Business Campus aims to capitalise on the large…
Calls made to urgently resolve firefighter strike
As industrial action continues today by retained fire fighters, calls have been made for Minister Darragh O’Brien to resolve the crisis which is putting the lives of firefighters and the public at risk. Donegal Sinn Féín TD Pádraig MacLochlainn says the core issues at the heart of the dispute is…
Sligo University Hospital second most overcrowded facility in the country
Sligo University Hospital is the second most overcrowded hospital in the country today. According to the latest figures from the INMO, there were 40 people on trolleys in Sligo this morning. There were a further 26 waiting at Letterkenny University Hospital today, bringing the total number of people waiting for…
Ballymote author brings out new Celtic book for younger readers
Ballymote native Alison Healy talks to Austin O’Callaghan about her new book, written especially for younger readers, about the founder of Glasgow Celtic Football Club – and her relative – Brother Walfrid (Andrew Kerins).
Minister to update national island policy in Donegal today
Minister for Rural Development Heather Humphreys will on Arranmore Island in County Donegal today to provide the first update in 27 years to the country’s national island policy will be published later. “Our Living Islands” aims to enhance life for islanders, and contains commitments around employment, healthcare and housing. Minister…